10 Things You Never Knew About Life In The Bachelor In Paradise House

The fans of Bachelor Nation look forward every year to the reliably dramatic spinoff that is Bachelor in Paradise. Former The Bachelor and The Bachelorette contestants take the legendary walk down to the beach to surprise both the other cast members and the audience, and viewers see all of the juicy action that takes place in Paradise. But what most don’t know about are the strict rules producers enforce at the seemingly luxurious resort.

The Playa Escondida Resort in Mexico, which hosts The Bachelor and The Bachelorette alumni, is a gorgeous, three-star resort on a beautiful beach. However, what looks like a dream getaway from the homes of viewers actually isn’t always everything it’s cracked up to be for the contestants.

There’s A Drink Limit

A staple of every Bachelor Nation show is the champagne bottles that appear to be strewn about everywhere. The majority of the footage that airs shows contestants at cocktail parties or lounging on the beach, drinks always in hand. While the two-hour episodes make it seem like Paradise is one big party, according to Cosmopolitan, the cast is actually limited to two drinks per hour.

However, it’s always 5 o’clock in Paradise. Even though the cast can only have two drinks per hour, there’s no rule on when they can begin sipping mimosas and margaritas. For any fans out there wondering how there aren’t frequent drunken brawls, here’s the answer.

There’s An On-Set Psychologist

The mental well-being of contestants is definitely a popular topic of discussion. Emotions flying everywhere and people’s hearts being broken makes great television, but it can take a toll on the cast. Cosmopolitan also notes that before acceptance onto the show, a psych exam is required but there is also an on-set psychologist available to those who start to crack.

This may contribute to those scenes of utter chaos and complete breakdowns followed by calmer talks between contestants or during interviews and, perhaps, even some of those unforgettable Bachelor in Paradise redemption arcs. The necessity of having an on-set psychologist in the Paradise house shows the intensity and tensions that can arise.

There’s A Dress Code

Viewers may notice when getting their weekly dose of Bachelor in Paradise that the contestants’ outfits conveniently never clash with each other. As noted by Us Weekly, this eye-pleasing factor of the show is thanks to the dress code enforced by producers.

One of the stipulations to the dress code in Paradise is that couples are not allowed to wear the same colors when they’re together. Having the cast members in different colors helps viewers distinguish them from one another and it’s just more appealing to the audience. This rule leads to many contestants having to return to their rooms to change clothes often.

The Daybeds Are Moldy

Throughout the show contestants are seen lounging on gigantic, plush daybeds right on the sand. What many viewers never realize or think about, noted by Cosmopolitan, is the condition of those daybeds after so long on the wet beach. Humid climate and tropical weather lead to wet cushions and, eventually, moldy daybeds.

The musk and mold are invisible to the audience at home, but the contestants definitely notice the deterioration of the daybeds as the season progresses. It’s a good thing that they’re typically in swimwear because water seeps into the daybeds and act like sponges.

They Don’t Have AC

Probably the most extreme Bachelor in Paradise house factor is that contestants don’t have air conditioning. The actual hotel does have AC, but, as Insider states, the rooms that the contestants stay in do not. Producers are okay with this because it forces the cast to go outside and mingle, but that’s where the friendships on Bachelor in Paradise are formed.

The hot Mexico temperatures cause the contestants to constantly sweat, which is visible in the footage. This seems like a brutal rule for the cast in essentially an effort to create a hot box and flush them out. Viewers will think twice about wishing to live the Bachelor in Paradise life after learning this fact.

There’s A Lot Of Sex That Never Airs

Fans know all too well about the notorious Boom Boom Room and the private, no cameras allowed Fantasy Suites. But, according to Cosmopolitan, what viewers don’t know is that a lot more sex happens in Paradise than is aired. It’s not hard to imagine that couple giving up their endeavors because the Boom Boom Room is occupied.

As big as the resort is and seeing how many plush spots are available to cozy up for the best Bachelor in Paradise couples, one wonders why the producers choose what to air and what to keep behind the scenes. Fans that learn this aspect of the show will probably daydream about all of the potential drama that could come from knowing each hookup.

Crabs Sneak Into The Rooms

One of the most cringe-worthy features of the Bachelor in Paradise house is the insane amount of crabs that invade the contestants’ living spaces, according to The List. There are a ton of clips, mostly in the esteemed blooper reel, showing cast members reacting to the scuttling creatures.

Crabs sneak into the showers, luggage, beds, shoes, and pretty much anything they can get to in the quarters. There have even been accounts of contestants walking into their room and finding crabs fighting each other. Chocolate on the pillow is definitely a more desirable perk.

They Sleep In Bunk Beds

The Paradise house is obviously large with multiple pools and beautiful views, but the contestants actually have to sleep in bunk beds like summer camp, explained here in Observer. Several people to a room having to have a large wardrobe to go with the dress code, things get tight.

These close quarters only increase the heat combined with no air conditioning and probably lead to more surprise crab finds as well. Bunking up with each other is also a strategy used by producers to increase the likelihood of tensions and drama, which definitely makes those Bachelor in Paradise falls from grace more likely.

They Share Two Showers

As many contestants as there are in Paradise, coming and going throughout the season, they only have two showers to share, explains The List. Again mimicking camp-style living, the lines for showers before cocktail parties and rose ceremonies play a part in them taking place so late.

Some viewers wonder why eliminated contestants are getting into those black suburban as the sun is coming up. Long production breaks aren’t the only reason the show may require a few all-nighters.

No Phones, Books, Or TV

Contestants of the series have to commit three weeks of their lives to the show and cameras are rolling the whole time. However, it’s hard to imagine them not having a sliver of downtime throughout the experience. According to The List, to help ensure the contestants don’t express any introvert traits, they’re prohibited from having phones, books, or television during their stay.

Without these everyday items, what else are contestants to do but socialize with the others? This strategy by the producers influences the cast to converse and form relationships, which leads to the infamous drama, which is the whole part of the show.